POPEYES LOUISIANA KITCHEN 405
8007 NORMANDY BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32221 · 877-771-3990
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
OCT 24
APR 25
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JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. On pavement by back door of kitchen grey cloudy pools of water with bits of food and ice. Manager confirmed waste water was from employees dumping.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 30, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment open and serving food to public without a license. Establishment cited warnable violations during licensing inspection and temporary license not issued.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed; 2 live flying insects on cook line near hand wash sink. 1 live flying insects near rear exit of kitchen.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed missing vacuum breaker at mop sink hose bibb at rear of establishment.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked rice at temperatures of 73-81F cooked 1.5 hours prior stored in large white bin in walk-in cooler. Person in charge added ice to rapidly cool rice.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with visible water damage and water dripping from tile over cook line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in multiple areas of floor throughout kitchen area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles missing or in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed interior of walk-in cooler door in disrepair and no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance build up on walk-in cooler gaskets.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single-service to-go cup lids stored not inverted by soda tower in lobby.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Observed smoke build up throughout kitchen.
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker at mop sink on exterior of building.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed peeling blue tape lining microwave in back prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket in disrepair on walk-in cooler door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed using floor tiles on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance build up on walk-in cooler door frame.
Oct 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed 2 bags of breaded chicken with temperatures of 49-52F stored in standing reach in freezer on cook line. Person in charge stated frozen bites were placed in an hour prior. Reach in freezer has ice build up on top and is not maintaining proper temperature. Breaded chicken bites (49-52F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance build up on soda nozzle on soda tower in lobby.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard on floor under fryer station.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed standing reach in freezer with ice build up on cook line. Reach in freezer is not maintaining temperature and ice is built up near condenser unit.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored on wire rack above three compartment sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed grease build up on ground under fryer station.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed excess grease build up on ground outside rear of establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; grease build up along sides of fryers. Soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler and reach in cooler doors.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leaking pipe under three compartment sink.
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with facial beard guard preparing food with no beard guard
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler with torn gasket. Walk in cooler with torn gasket Walk in cooler door in disrepair
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen door with gap
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under 3 compartment sink area with standing water. Floor soiled under cooking frying equipment
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line. In kitchen at prep area
Open dumpster lid. In back parking lot area. Manager closed
Stored food not covered. Bucket pickles in walk in cooler on shelf not covered. Manager covered
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under three compartment sink area
Oct 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed sliced cheese in flip top cooler next to cook line at 46-48F. Employee stated cheese had been in flip top cooler since night prior. Ambient temperature of cooler was 46F. Sliced cheese (46-48F - Cold Holding) Ambient temperature (46F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced cheese in flip top cooler next to cook line at 46-48F. Employee stated cheese had been in flip top cooler since night prior. Ambient temperature of cooler was 46F. Sliced cheese (46-48F - Cold Holding) Ambient temperature (46F - Cold Holding)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose bibb at mop sink outside back of establishment with no vacuum breaker.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler door unable to close all the way without applied force.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket at ice machine in kitchen stored not inverted.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing drain cover in walk-in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans stacked on top of each other above three compartment sink with visible moisture and unable to air dry.
Floor, walls, ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled floors and floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area. Grease build up on floor by fryers on cook line. Walls on cook line soiled. Ceiling tiles soiled throughout kitchen area. Ceiling tile in disrepair above warmer in prep area.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed excess grease on ground near drive thru lane next to dumpster. No grease receptacle on site. Employee states they dump the old grease from fryers on ground outside. Person in charge unaware of designated grease disposal policy.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled frame and gasket on walk-in cooler door. Soiled gaskets on reach in cooler under flip top cooler on cook line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service items stored on floor in storage unit outside back of establishment.
Waste receptacle/floor mat/hood filter cleaned in a manner that allows the waste cleaning water to drain onto ground. Observed excess grease on ground near drive thru lane next to dumpster. No grease receptacle on site. Employee states they dump the old grease from fryers on ground outside. Person in charge unaware of designated grease disposal policy.
Dec 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. On pavement by back door of kitchen grey cloudy pools of water with bits of food and ice. Manager confirmed waste water was from employees dumping.
Hot water takes too long to reach handwash sink resulting in employees using only cold water to wash their hands. Employee was seen at hand wash station of cook line. Employee stated water was cold to touch.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker on faucet outside at back of establishment over mop sink.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Women bathroom toilet handle in disrepair.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Door to walk in cooler is in disrepair.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Manager had license in book, not posted.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor throughout kitchen Repeat ViolationRepeat Violation**
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Sleeve of soda lids at drink station of dining room.
Ventilation inadequate as evidenced by excessive steam or vapors in kitchen. Kitchen has large build up of smoke on cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall in dish room by reheater has large amount of build up on wall. Also floors under the fryers have build up of debris.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to clean utensils without washing hands. Employee breaded raw chicken, removed gloves, then handled clean food containers without washing hands. Inspector spoke with employee, he washed hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach-in freezer near cook line, open bag of raw popcorn shrimp stored over open bag of fries.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Dispenser in men's restroom not dispensing towels. Manager adjusted batteries, dispenser working.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Walk-in cooler door has metal missing at handle area, exposing unsealed wood.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Establishment has expired license posted.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach by office area. Manager cleaned and discarded.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on clean dish shelves at dish area stacked while wet.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers has grease build up. Floor at triple sinks has standing water. Floor under table in corner by chub warmer, soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple cracked tiles in kitchen, unsealed concrete. Also, missing grout in prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of soda heads at drive thru have mold-like substance. Top of convection oven soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet at mop sink leaking with hose attached.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.